Medicaid and State Budgets: From Crunch to Cliff

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Article Publication Date: 
11/2/2009
Summary: 
This fact sheet discusses the status of Medicaid and state budgets in light of the continuing recession and the federal fiscal relief provided to state Medicaid programs through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The ARRA money has helped address budget shortfalls, preserve Medicaid eligibility and soften program cuts. But ARRA funds are set to expire on Dec. 31, 2010, which may prompt some states to turn to cost-saving measures such as restrictions on Medicaid eligibility.
Topics: 
Medicaid
Populations: 
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Programs/Initiatives: 
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Keywords: 
Long-Term Care
ARRA; American Recovery and Reinvestment Act; State Tax Revenue;

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